A BiG thank you to Flintshire Chronicle readers who have supported Christmas toy appeal

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A HUGE festive thanks has been delivered to kind-hearted Chronicle readers after the Christmas Toy Appeal proved to be even bigger and better than last year’s.

Run in conjunction with BiG Storage, the appeal has seen more than 4,000 toys and gifts donated – far exceeding previous years totals.

The gifts have been distributed to the disadvantaged and vulnerable children supported by Northop Hall-based Save the Family.

The charity, which has been operating successfully for 34 years, offers emergency accommodation, adult training facilities and emotional support to help homeless families and individuals resettle back into the community. Children receive continued support and a future based on hope, trust and education.

“We have been left speechless and want to give a heartfelt thanks to everyone who donated.

“The amount has been overwhelming and knocked the socks off the previous records.”

He added: “We would like to give a BiG thank you to all the generous people in the area, Chester Business Club and all of its members, Chester Football Club and their fans, Tarporley Junior School, Chester Fire Station, Cestrian Scout Group, Loyal City Masonic Lodge and Old Hall Country Club and Spar.”

Celebrities who have backed the appeal include Slade legend Noddy Holder and Coronation Street’s Chesney and Katie (Sam Astom and Georgia May Foote).

Edna Speed MBE, founder of Save the Family, said: “We are delighted with the number of gifts that have been collected so far.

“The divide between a child in need and one who is cared for is a deep one and affects every aspect of their lives.

“Following the kind generosity of the communities in which we live, these gifts will help to bridge this divide for the under-privileged children being supported by Save the Family this Christmas time.”